POONAM SAVANT
678-***-**** (Cell)
******.******@*****.***
Location: Atlanta, GA 30346
5+ years of experience
OBJECTIVES
My objective is to carve a successful career as a reliable Quality Analyst/
Software Tester in the high-tech industry. I am looking forward to an
opportunity that offers professional growth while being resourceful,
innovative and flexible.
CAREER SUMMARY
. 5+ years of experience in financial, human resource, benefits, payroll,
administrative, technical and insurance domain.
. Expertise in using bug tracking tools viz. Mercury Quality Center
Enterprise (QC) and JIRA.
. Expertise in working with RDBMS technologies like SQL and Oracle 11g and
working on tools like SQL Developer and Toad.
. Expertise in Test Plan Creation, Documentation, Manual/ Regression
Testing and Defect Tracking.
. Expertise in Performance Testing using tools such as HP Load runner.
. Expertise in functional and regression test automation using tools like
HP QTP.
. Knowledge on web technologies viz. HTML, XHTML and XML.
. Knowledge on working environments like Agile/ Scrum and Waterfall Model.
. Experience on working in Microsoft applications such as Project, Access,
Word, Visio, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
. Excellent analytical, writing and communication skills
. Hold a Bachelor's degree in Science (Electronics & Technical Management)
and a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Management, from renowned and
accredited universities.1
. Served renowned clients such as ADP, JP Morgan Chase, Citibank and
Norwich Union (Aviva), etc.
. Experience in case documentation, troubleshooting, collaborating and
following up with different teams and bringing client issues to closure.
. Demonstrated expertise in following instructions closely and paying
attention to detail.
. Successfully completed Software Testing course.
VISA STATUS:
Employment Authorization Document (EAD) valid until January 2016 (Renewable
every year).
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Employer: Automated Data Processing (ADP) (Mar 2014 - Present)
(Alpharetta, GA, US)
Designation: Associate- Client Employee Service and Resolutions
Representative
Role: I work on CRM, Portal, Client Supplemental Database, Netsecure,
Workforcenow 2.0, 6.0,7.0, Partner Access, Dependent verification system,
Documentum, Lumin, Citrix- R.S.V.P and PMEI, Enterprise E-time, Bomgar,
Total Absence Management etc. I have in depth domain knowledge about human
resources, payroll, benefits, taxation, leaves, etc.
My day-to-day responsibilities include exploring and troubleshooting user
settings, administrative settings, security groups and checking application
compatibility. I raise and assign incident tickets, collaborate, follow up
with different teams, and bring issues to closure. I perform remote support
sessions using Bomgar tool to help resolve system errors and provide
technical and navigational assistance to client to access the portal, run
reports, launch training modules, etc.
Extensive case documentation is required in Siebel CRM tool. I also run
wildcard search and run SQL queries in Siebel CRM, Workforce-now portal and
partner access. I have strived to develop consistency in quality metrics
and provided suggestions that were implemented by the management.
Employer: Software Paradigms International (Feb 2014 - Mar 2014)
(Atlanta, GA, US)
Designation: Administrative Assistant
Role: I have made travel and accommodation arrangements for corporate
executives. I was a single point of contact for business travel. I worked
on applications such as the travel portal and zimbra. I also developed the
client billable expenses calculator and streamlined the process.
Employer: WNS (World Network Services) Ntrance Pvt. Ltd. (Aug 2006 - April
2007)
(Pune, Maharashtra, India)
Designation: Senior Customer Service Associate
WNS is a giant and renowned multinational company in India.
Client: Norwich Union (Aviva)
Role: Norwich Union (Aviva) is a renowned insurance company in Norwich,
United Kingdom. I was a part of the Group Personal Pension project, which
dealt with managing the premium amount for the employees on an employer's
payroll. My role consisted of matching the scanned bill and the employer
bill and adjusting the premium amount as per the percentage or as per the
increment and decrement. Apart from that, I have handled various tasks
related to the employer policy plan. I was also responsible for adding and
deleting entrants from the policy. I was a trainer for the pilot project
due to my outstanding product knowledge and client appreciations. I have
taken the "Train the Trainer" workshop and made PowerPoint presentations. I
have received client appreciations for performing all tasks with
perfection.
Employer: Mphasis Pvt. Ltd. An HP Company. (May 2003 - July 2006)
(Pune, Maharashtra, India)
Designation: Senior Customer Service Executive
Mphasis is a renowned multinational company in India.
JP Morgan- Chase and Citibank are renowned financial institutions in the
United States of America.
Client: JP Morgan Chase (Retail Operations)
Role: Retail Operations was a technical project. I have received
appreciations for call quality and my consistent performance. I resolved
issues for retailers carrying the EBT machine and trained them on how to
use the machine. I also helped clients program the machine and troubleshoot
in case of any technical problems. I have performed quality check and
handled research tickets in the project. I also undertook projects to boost
the morale of the team.
Client: JP Morgan Chase (Chase Bill Pay system)
Role: Chase Bill Pay was a part of the Chase online bill pay system. I
provided technical assistance to Chase clients in creating new accounts,
setting up banking information online. I also researched credit card and
mortgage payments and resolved error codes for clients on the Chase Bill
Pay website. I performed a role of the floor supervisor, where I was
required to handle escalations and research tickets for resolving
functional issues with Chase Bill pay website and customer payments. I have
received many accolades for soft skills. I received appreciation for
providing quality work when managing data and handling clients. I have
taken the leadership workshop for the project.
Client: CitiBank (Electronic Financial Services)
Role: I was responsible for providing customer services for Citibank
clients. Electronic Financial Services project dealt with U.S citizens who
received benefits from the government on their EBT card. I issued new
cards, activated cards, updated client records, cancelled cards, provided
benefits due date, tracked transactions and helped resolve transaction
errors. I also assisted clients in locating ATM locations. I have received
many appreciations for call handling and providing quick resolutions to
clients. I was also required to perform systems regression testing on the
customer database (tandem).
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Technical Management, Summa Cum Laude GPA (4.0)
(April 2013)
DeVry University, Atlanta, GA
. Graduated with honors and was on the Dean's List at DeVry University.
. Received many appreciations for my thesis and papers at DeVry
University.
(Technical Management: Senior Project, Principles of Management, Career
Development,
Technology, Society and Culture, Logic and Critical Thinking, Database
Essentials for Business with Lab, Statistics for Decision-Making,
Fundamentals of E-Commerce, Advanced English Composition, Data Analysis
with Spreadsheets with Lab, Global Issues in Business,
Project Management, English Composition, Introduction to Business and
Technology & Computer Applications for Business with Lab)
Project: Robotic Surgery, Dynamic Solutions Consulting & Japan, Sapporo -
Wal-Mart
Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Management (July 2008)
University of Pune, Indian Institute of Cost Research & Management, Pune,
INDIA
(Computer Management: Elements of Information Technology, Introduction to
graphic user Interface using Visual Basic, 'C' programming & Database
Management System (RDBMS), Written Analysis & Communication, Software
Engineering, Oracle (SQL), Web Programming (HTML), Business English, Web
Designing & Project)
Project: Airline Ticket Reservation System.
Bachelor of Science in Electronics (March 2005)
University of Pune, Fergusson College, Pune, INDIA
(Electronics: Electronics, Math, Chemistry, Physics & English)
Project: A.C Mains Voltage Calculator.